Cryptic crossword clue
Trees men planted around ponds originally

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word MAPLES

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The straight part
We know that "Trees" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case trees = maples.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does MAPLES mean?

MAPLES noun
  1. A tree of the Acer genus, characterised by its usually palmate leaves and winged seeds.
  2. The wood of such a tree, prized for its hardness and attractive appearance

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